From The Principal

I thank you once again for the privilege of serving you and your students. This quarter, being my first, I spent quite a bit of time observing and asking questions. I had the opportunity to speak with many parents, staff members, and students. I’ve learned quite a bit about the successes we have in our current practice and about the opportunities we have to improve and get better for our students.

As you know, the Phoenix High School District is committed to preparing every student for college, career, and life. To make this commitment come to fruition, our staff will be detailing a 5 year strategic plan of action. This year’s strategic focus is on improving the practice of the adults in the building. The 3 key strategies for this year are 1. learn from data- replicating what is working, for the benefit of our students; 2. focus on the improvement of the adult culture, for the benefit of our students; and 3. to have courageous

conversations with each other, for the benefit of our students.

In order for me to lead the improvement of the practice of the adults, I will be in classrooms and common areas at least two full days every week. During these days, I will focus primarily on coaching and providing feedback to our staff. Each of our 4 Assistant Principals will be in classrooms and common areas at least one full day every week- doing the same. Our goal is to improve the conditions for our employees to be equipped and empowered to

prepare every student for college, career, and life.

As a result of dedicating this much time to the realization of our goal, we may not always be immediately available to you; however communication with you is important to us. If you have a question about a particular class or teacher, please contact the teacher directly first. You can contact the teachers through email or phone call or you can set up an appointment to speak with him or her. If you are not able to resolve the issue, please contact your child’s counselor for support. If you are still not able to solve the issue or have a question or concern about

something not related to the teacher and need to speak to one of the Assistant Principal’s or myself, please contact the appropriate secretary as they handle the Administrators’ calendars. The secretary will set up an appointment for a meeting or phone conference. Thank again you for your on-going support of Carl Hayden High School. You are a valued partner in your child’s success. Your support in this effort will enhance our ability to spend more time strengthening the effectiveness of our system and most importantly the preparedness of your child for college, career, and life.

The general responsibilities of each Assistant Principal and other frequently used phone numbers are listed below for your convenience.